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Anne Frank Story and World War II Walking Tour

Anne Frank House with visitors on World War II walking tour in Amsterdam.
Anne Frank statue on Amsterdam walking tour, highlighting World War II history.
Visitors queue outside Anne Frank House in Amsterdam for audio tour entry.
Guide with participants at the Statue of De Dokwerker in Amsterdam.

Duration

1 hr 30 min - 2 hr

Open today

09:00am - 10:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour

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    • Follow an expert local guide on this 1.5 or 2-hour walking tour through Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter and WWII sites in English, Spanish, French, or German.

    • Walk the same streets Anne Frank once did as you explore the Jewish Quarter, home to the Portuguese Synagogue and wartime memorials.

    • See the Hollandsche Schouwburg and Jewish Council office, and hear how Dutch resistance fighters hid Jewish families during Nazi rule.

    • Your guide shares powerful stories of life under occupation, including the 1941 workers’ strike and the winter famine of 1944–1945.

    • 1.5-2-hour Anne Frank Story and WWII walking tour of Amsterdam

    • Expert English, French, German, or Spanish-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)

    • Local city tax

    • Entry to the Anne Frank House, Jewish Museum, and the Portuguese Synagogue

    • Food and drink

    • Transportation

    • Gratuities for the guide

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from France, United States, United Kingdom and over 34 countries have loved this experience

    Bernhard Klasen

    Bernhard

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    We took part as a family of four with two sons aged 11 and 13 - our guide Jonas managed to familiarize us all with the difficult topic with his empathetic manner and enormous knowledge. The tour was interesting at all times and captivated us. Thank you very much for the great tour, we recommend it 100%!
    Rachel Buckley

    Rachel

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Our guide, Max, was knowledgeable and friendly. It was a great way to explore the city and learn more about the Franks. The group was an ideal size and there were lots of opportunities to ask questions.
    HEMERY DUFOURG

    Hemery

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Our guide Gauthier was extraordinary on the tour, sharing with us some very moving places. On the other hand, the address of the meeting point was not very clear for many people, as we went to Anne Frank's house and not to the synagogue.
    Maquinghen Jennifer

    Maquinghen

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    An exceptional guide and a very rewarding and captivating walk.
    Michelle Johnson

    Michelle

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Iris is born to do this job. Super enthusiastic and so interesting and animated.
  • Walk the streets of wartime Amsterdam and trace Anne Frank’s story on this powerful guided walking tour.

    Getting started

    Meet your guide at the designated point in central Amsterdam, close to the Jewish Quarter. Once the group assembles, your guide will conduct a brief introduction and provide an overview of the tour. No tickets are required for entry, as the tour is entirely outdoors.

    What to expect

    Jewish Quarter & WWII sites

    Explore the Jewish Quarter and key WWII landmarks as your local guide unpacks Amsterdam’s transformation under German occupation from 1940 to 1945. Walk by the Portuguese Synagogue, the Holocaust Memorial, and the former Jewish Council’s headquarters. The tour concludes outside the Anne Frank House, where your guide recounts Anne’s story.

    Exploring with a guide

    Your expert guide brings history to life with personal stories, historical context, and insight into how Amsterdam became a haven for Jewish communities in the 16th and 17th centuries.

    Features:

    • Jewish Quarter: Once a refuge for Jewish immigrants, now a poignant reminder of wartime history.

    • WWII landmarks: Sites connected to resistance efforts and Nazi occupation, like the Portuguese Synagogue and the Hollandsche Schouwburg Museum.

    • Anne Frank House (exterior): Learn about Anne’s time in hiding and her enduring legacy.

    Wrapping up

    The tour ends outside the Anne Frank House, and you’re free to explore the area further or visit nearby landmarks at your own pace.

  • Anne Frank House

    Monday09:00am - 10:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 10:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 10:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 10:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 10:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 10:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 10:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Please bring weather-appropriate clothing, including an umbrella if there is rain.

    Additional information

    • This tour does not grant you entry into the Anne Frank House.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your voucher for meeting point details and specific instructions.

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